LP-9Y
Side-Seal Strapping Machine
Landen Strapping offers rugged, high-performance side-seal strapping machines designed to meet the demands of the tobacco industry and other heavy-duty packaging applications. Our LP-9Y semi-automatic units are engineered specifically for strapping tobacco cases and similar large-format products where high tension, durability, and consistent throughput are essential. These machines offer reliable performance with minimal maintenance and operator intervention.
The side-seal semi-automatic tobacco case strapper is built to provide dependable tensioning and sealing from the side. It is ideal for low-clearance environments or products sensitive to top and bottom contact. Whether you’re securing corrugated tobacco boxes, large cartons, or industrial goods, our LP-9Y equipment is designed to protect your product integrity and accelerate your packaging line.
Specifications
- Power: 220/480 Volt Three Phase
- Strap Size: 3/8 or 1/2 Inch
- Machine Frame: Painted Steel
- Machine Dimensions: 48x25x52
- Table Height: 32 Inches
- Gross Weight: 515 Pounds
Features
- High-Speed Modular Sealing Mechanism
- Short Feed Indicator
- Available With Auto-Feed
- Oil-less Sealing Head
- No Solenoids or Slip Clutches
- Solid State Controls
- Foot Pedal Cycle Start
Product Description
The LP-9Y is the perfect side seal strapping machine for any high-speed application with excessive dust and debris in the air. Often used as a tobacco strapping machine, our modular sealing head is designed to withstand even the worst of environments such as tobacco and hay applications. The LP-9Y doesn’t use any slip clutches or solenoids within its sealing head thus making its operation far superior to other head designs.
With a wide array of arch configurations and frames, we can accommodate any production line!
Built for Demanding Tobacco Packaging Environments
The semi-automatic tobacco case strapper is a specialized strapping solution engineered to accommodate tobacco’s unique packaging requirements. Many tobacco cases are double-walled, heavy, and moisture-sensitive. Our side-seal systems prevent strap jams and excessive wear by relocating the strapping mechanism to the side of the package, rather than beneath it.
Key Features of the Side-Seal Strapping Machine
Before purchasing a tobacco strapping machine, buyers look for speed, footprint compatibility, and dependability. The Landen LP-9Y side-seal model delivers on all three:
- Strap compatibility: Polypropylene strap, 9mm to 15.5mm
- Tension range: 10–100 lbs, adjustable
- Cycle time: 1.5 seconds
- Sealing method: Heat seal for strong and consistent bonding
- Side-mounted strapping head: Ideal for low-clearance packages
- Construction options: Powder-coated steel or stainless steel
- Operator controls: Simple, intuitive interface with push-button cycling
- Portability: Lockable casters for easy repositioning
- Safety features: Emergency stop, low voltage control system, thermal overload protection
This semi-automatic tobacco strapping machine is engineered for packaging lines where precision and reliability matter. It delivers consistent strap placement and high repeatability with minimal operator training.
What Makes a Side-Seal Strapping Machine Unique?
Unlike top or bottom sealers, a side-seal strapping machine places the sealing head to the side of the product. This configuration allows for strapping of heavy or awkward packages that can’t be lifted or placed over a traditional arch. In tobacco packaging, where moisture sensitivity and material fragility are common, side-sealing offers critical advantages.
Benefits of Side-Seal Semi-Automatic Strappers
Side-seal systems provide unique performance features for specific operational needs:
- Ideal for low-clearance products that are difficult to raise or rotate
- Reduces product contact for moisture-sensitive cases like tobacco boxes
- Accommodates irregular or oversized items without machine jamming
- Minimizes debris buildup in dusty environments like tobacco packaging rooms
- Simplified maintenance and belt access for cleaning and servicing
- High-cycle durability for long-term use in 1 or 2-shift operations
These features make side-seal machines a preferred option for high-volume tobacco strapping and other bulk packaging applications.
WE BUILD CUSTOM STRAPPING SOLUTIONS FOR YOUR INDUSTRY
Landen offers customers custom design configurations on specialized automatic strapping systems instead of the industry standard “out of the box” solutions.
lEARN MORE ABOUT OUR CUSTOM MACHINESTobacco Industry Packaging: Built to Spec
The semi-automatic tobacco case strapper is widely used in tobacco warehouses, processing facilities, and distribution centers. The LP-9Y is suitable for securing individual boxes, bundles, and pallet-ready shipments, ensuring product safety in storage and transit.
Packaging Characteristics It Supports
This machine is ideal for handling tobacco products that have specialized packaging requirements. Its side-mounted head and adjustable tension allow it to work efficiently across a wide range of use cases.
- Double-walled or reinforced corrugated cases
- High-moisture packaging areas
- Large or heavy-duty boxes
- Flat or uneven load surfaces
- Consistent strap tensioning without crushing contents
Because tobacco packaging often requires strict consistency and tamper resistance, our tobacco strapping machines are engineered with precise strap placement and sealing integrity to meet industry standards.
Compatible with a Range of Packaging Applications
While engineered with tobacco packaging in mind, Landen’s side-seal strapping machines are also used across industries where product dimensions or environments make bottom-sealing impractical.
Common Applications Beyond Tobacco
The same durability and versatility that benefit tobacco processors also apply to other industries. These are some of the most common alternative use cases for our side-seal machines.
- Textile bale bundling
- Linen and uniform distribution
- PVC pipe and conduit packaging
- Lumber case strapping
- Agricultural product bundling
- USPS mail tray securing
- Palletized or floor-level cartons
This flexibility makes our machines an ideal choice for facilities handling diverse product mixes or frequently changing packaging types.
Built with Long-Term Support in Mind
Landen Strapping machines are backed by decades of industry experience and a commitment to long-term customer satisfaction. Each side-seal unit comes with:
- Full installation and training support
- 24/7 emergency service availability
- Onsite evaluations for custom system configuration
- Spare parts inventory and fast shipping
- U.S.-based technical support team
We work directly with purchasing managers, packaging engineers, and production supervisors to identify the best-fit equipment for your packaging line, current load sizes, and operational goals.
Key Questions We Ask to Match You with the Right Equipment
To ensure we recommend the right semi-automatic tobacco case strapper, our team collects specific details from each customer. These help us configure a system that fits your workflow, product size, and facility constraints.
When quoting a semi-automatic tobacco strapping machine, we typically ask:
- What are the dimensions and weight of the cases being strapped?
- What is your current strapping method, and what equipment is in use?
- What type and size of strap are you currently using?
- How many cases per hour are you strapping?
- Are you using polypropylene or polyester strap?
- Do you require stainless steel for washdown or FDA-compliant areas?
Answering these questions allows our engineering team to configure the most efficient, long-lasting solution for your operation.
Request a Quote or Contact Us Today
If you're ready to streamline your packaging process with a dependable side-seal strapping machine built for tobacco case handling, Landen Strapping is here to help. We’ll guide you through the selection process, provide a detailed quote, and support you through installation and beyond.
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